Electro-Voice® Zx3 Owner’s Manual

Zx3 Series

Loudspeaker

Owner’s Manual

Zx3-60

Zx3-90

Zx3-60PI

Zx3-90PI

Electro-Voice® Zx3 Owner’s Manual

Important Safety Instructions

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu-

lated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that

may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric

shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended

to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompa-

understand all the features built into your EV system and fully utilize all its performance capabilities.

Important Safety Instructions ...........................................................................................................................................1

Zx3 Series Owner’s Manual .............................................................................................................................................1

Safety First ..........................................................................................................................................................................2

Description ..........................................................................................................................................................................3

System Features - Zx3.......................................................................................................................................................3

System Coverage - Zx3 ....................................................................................................................................................3

Suspending Zx3 Speaker Systems ................................................................................................................................4

Zx5 Stage Monitor Positions ............................................................................................................................................9

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................... 10

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Safety First

cautions that you should follow:

· When Electro-Voice® Zx3 speakers are used for portable applications in which they will be positioned

directly on the floor, make sure that the floor or stage is solid and secure.

· Electro-Voice® Zx3 speakers include 1-3/8 inch stand mounts to allow mounting on tripod stands.

· Check the specifications of the speaker stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the

speaker.

· Check that the speaker stand is placed on a flat, stable surface and be sure to fully extend the legs of the

stand. Do not try to make the stand “taller” and compromise its structural integrity.

· Route cables and position the stand so that performers, production crew and audience members will not

trip over the stand or cables and pull the speaker system over. Secure cables with wire ties or tape when-

individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of rigging ob-

jects overhead. Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that Zx3 speakers be suspended taking

into account all current national, federal, state and local regulations. It is the responsibility of

the installer to ensure that Zx3 speakers are safely installed in accordance with all such regula-

tions. If Zx3 speakers are suspended, Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that the system be

inspected at least once a year. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action

should be taken immediately. There are data sheets for each EV Suspension and Array Kit that

should also be consulted prior to suspending speakers.

· Electro-Voice® does not recommend use of Zx3 speakers outdoors in direct exposure envi-

ronments.

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Description

thetics. You won’t find a speaker system available on the market that offers the unbelievable sound,

incredible flexibility and tremendous output capability of the Zx3 anywhere near it’s size and weight.

· DVX3121 12” woofer with 500 watts continuous power handling.

· ND2 2” voice coil, 1” exit neodymium compression driver.

· Two models: 60° x 60° or 90° x 50° coverage patterns.

· Adjustable monitor angle built into enclosure.

· Integral rigging points and inserts for multiple flying options.

· Full line of accessories for any installation.

· Passive and biamp selectable.

Coverage Patterns and Applications

Zx3-60 60° x 60° coverage for long-throw and cluster applications

Zx3-90 90° x 50° for wider coverage or shorter distances

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Suspending Zx3 Speaker Systems

can be attached to these anchor plates and used as suspension points. Each of these anchor plates also

has a M8 thread to accept rated forged M8 shoulder eyebolts. In addition to these points there are three

additional M8 threaded points; two on the handle side, and one on the rear. These points can be used

for suspending Zx3s vertically, horizontally, individually, in clusters, or to attach to EV mounting brackets.

Prior to each use, inspect the grid assembly or suspension point(s)

and associated hardware for any cracks, deformations, broken welds,

corrosion, missing or damaged components which could reduce the

grid assembly or suspension point(s) strength. Replace any damaged

hardware. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended

load intended for grid assembly design or suspension point(s). As an

added safety measure, it is suggested that the user install a second

suspension point back to the grid (or building structural supports).

This redundant safety point should have as little slack as possible

(less than one inch is preferable). Prior to each use, inspect the

mended load for the Zx3 systems.

Zx3 M8 Suspension Points

Metric (M8) inserts are equipped on the top and bottom of the enclosure, around the handle, and on the

back of the enclosure for a total of 7 points. The inserts can be used to attach forged eyebolts or rigging

brackets.

Figure 3a:

Zx3 M8 Suspension Points

(Top, Handle, Rear)

Figure 3b:

Zx3 M8 Suspension Points

(Bottom)

(2) M8 Suspension Points

(Single-Stud Anchor Plate

(Removal of Handle Bolts

Required)

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Suspending Zx3 Speaker Systems (cont’)

Suspending the Zx3 using optional Electro-Voice Single-Stud Rigging Kits

The Zx3 is shipped with two single-stud anchor plates for rigging with single-stud rigging. There are two

more locations on the bottom to mount single-stud anchor plates for flying the Zx3 upside-down or hori-

zontally. All of these locations can facilitate M8 Eyebolts if desired as well.

SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x2)

EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1)*

Figure 5:

Suspending the Zx3 Upside-Down Using

Included Single-Stud Anchor Plates and

Single-Stud Rigging Kit

Kits Used -

RK-Z Single-Stud Anchor Plate Kit (x1)

SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x1)

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Suspending Zx3 Speaker Systems (cont’)

Horizontal Suspension of the Zx3

The Zx3 is capable of being suspended horizontally from the side with the use of M8 Eyebolts.

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Suspending Zx3 Speaker Systems (cont’)

Suspension of the ZX3 to a Truss

The Zx3 is capable of being suspended from a truss in

permanent and semi-permanent applications using the

TMK-ZX3 truss mount kit. The kit allows the ZX3 to be

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Suspending Zx3 Speaker Systems (cont’)

Using the ZX3 in an Array

The Zx3 can be used in arrays of up to 6 loudspeakers by using the CB5 Array Bracket. The bracket can

be used for both 60° or 90° splay angles. Please consult the CB5 user instructions for more information.

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